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ELECTROPneus Houston Section ISA Houston Section to Host Training Control Systems Engineering (CSE) PE Exam Review Course This course reviews the knowledge and skills areas that are included on the Control Systems Engineer (CSE) Professional Engineer (PE) examination produced by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) and administered by U.S. state professional license boards each October. The intent of the class is to prepare an engineer with four or more years of experience to take the exam by providing instruction in the broad range of technical areas that will be tested. When: Thursday August 16 -18, 2012 Where: Bechtel Cost: If you have to ask. . . For more details: http://www.isa.org/Template.cfm?Section=Education and Training&template=/conference/ShortDescription.cfm&C onferenceID=5189 August 2012 Edition Setting the Standard for AutomationThe Fieldbus Foundation has announced a free one day seminar geared toward taking the mystery out of FOUNDATION fieldbus and making end users and systems integrators realize the true lifecycle benefits of the technology. Whether you are a new user contemplating your first fieldbus project, an experienced user trying to get the most out of your installation, or a systems integrator that wants to implement fieldbus successfully, these seminars are designed for you. The best part is that these seminars are no charge. The seminar is planned for September 12 at the Hilton Americas Hotel. Typically, the seminare run 8-4:30, and PDH credit is available. Also, on the 13th there will be ½ day of training for salespeople. Those interested can check out the details at: www.fieldbus.org/index.php?option=com content &task=blogcategory&id=136&Itemid=371 Upcoming Events Dates 2012 and Houston Section unless noted Aug 1- Lunch Meeting, at Jacobs Engineering, General Section Meeting Presentation: “Control Systems Professional Engineer Exam – What does it mean to me and How do I pass the Exam” by Randy Marek Aug 16-18 - Bechtel Engineering, CSE PE Exam Prep Course Aug TBA - Tyco Flow Control, CSE PE Study Groups Sep 5 - Lunch Meeting at KBR Engineering, Panel Discussion: “Onshore vs. Offshore Regulatory Codes” chaired by Mario Batres Sep 7 - Analysis Subsection, Annual Shrimp Boil Sep 12 - Pipeline Subsection, Lunch Meeting, HESS Sep 22-25 - 2012 ISA Fall Leaders Meeting, Orlando, FL Sep 24-27 - ISA Automation Week, Orlando, FL Oct 1 - Texas Channel Section, YAPfest, @San Jacinto College Oct 3 - Lunch, Honeywell, General Section Meeting, “ISA TR50.02, Fieldbus Standard for Use in Industrial Control Systems, 1st Hand Experiences” by Kevin Boatright of Honeywell Oct 5 - Houston Section Leadership Training, Rawson Oct 10 - Pipeline Subsection, Lunch Meeting, HESS Oct 17 - Analysis Subsection Dinner Meeting, Brady's Landing Nov 1 - Houston Section Chili Cook Off, Houston Farm & Ranch Club Nov TBA - Pipeline Subsection, Annual Golf Tournament Dec 5, 2012 - Dinner Meeting, HESS, (Joint Meeting with PL Subsection)Presentation: Engines of our Ingenuity – “Automation” by Dr. John Lienhard Dec 19 - Analysis Subsection Christmas Dinner, Brady's Landing Control Systems Professional Engineer Exam – What does it mean to me and How do I pass the Exam presented by Randy Marek Price: Lunch & Presentation $15 with RSVP / $20 without No Charge for Students Time: 10:00 am Section Board Meeting (open to all members) 11:00 am Registration & Social 11:30 am Lunch & Presentation Place: Jacobs Engineering 5985 Rogerdale office in the Tower 2 Nevada and California Conference Rooms RSVP on the Houston Section website: www.houstonisa.org/103 page 1 of 9

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ELECTROPneusHouston Section

ISA Houston Section to Host TrainingControl Systems Engineering (CSE) PE Exam

Review CourseThis course reviews the knowledge and skills areas that are included on the Control Systems Engineer (CSE) Professional Engineer (PE) examination produced by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) and administered by U.S. state professional license boards each October. The intent of the class is to prepare an engineer with four or more years of experience to take the exam by providing instruction in the broad range of technical areas that will be tested.

When: Thursday August 16 -18, 2012Where: BechtelCost: If you have to ask. . .

For more details: http://www.isa.org/Template.cfm?Section=Education and

Training&template=/conference/ShortDescription.cfm&ConferenceID=5189

August 2012 Edition

Setting the Standard for Automation™

The Fieldbus Foundation has announced a free one day seminar geared toward taking the mystery out of FOUNDATION fieldbus and making end users and systems integrators realize the true lifecycle benefits of the technology. Whether you are a new user contemplating your first fieldbus project, an experienced user trying to get the most out of your installation, or a systems integrator that wants to implement fieldbus successfully, these seminars are designed for you. The best part is that these seminars are no charge.The seminar is planned for September 12 at the Hilton Americas Hotel. Typically, the seminare run 8-4:30, and PDH credit is available. Also, on the 13th there will be ½ day of training for salespeople. Those interested can check out the details at: www.fieldbus.org/index.php?option=com content&task=blogcategory&id=136&Itemid=371

Upcoming Events

Dates 2012 and Houston Section unless noted

�Aug 1- Lunch Meeting, at Jacobs Engineering, General Section MeetingPresentation: “Control Systems Professional Engineer Exam – What

� does it mean to me and How do I pass the Exam” by Randy Marek

�Aug 16-18 - Bechtel Engineering, CSE PE Exam Prep Course

�Aug TBA - Tyco Flow Control, CSE PE Study Groups

�Sep 5 - Lunch Meeting at KBR Engineering, Panel Discussion: “Onshore vs. Offshore Regulatory Codes” chaired by Mario Batres

�Sep 7 - Analysis Subsection, Annual Shrimp Boil

�Sep 12 - Pipeline Subsection, Lunch Meeting, HESS

�Sep 22-25 - 2012 ISA Fall Leaders Meeting, Orlando, FL

�Sep 24-27 - ISA Automation Week, Orlando, FL

�Oct 1 - Texas Channel Section, YAPfest, @San Jacinto College

�Oct 3 - Lunch, Honeywell, General Section Meeting, “ISA TR50.02,Fieldbus Standard for Use in Industrial Control Systems, 1st Hand Experiences” by Kevin Boatright of Honeywell

�Oct 5 - Houston Section Leadership Training, Rawson

�Oct 10 - Pipeline Subsection, Lunch Meeting, HESS

�Oct 17 - Analysis Subsection Dinner Meeting, Brady's Landing

�Nov 1 - Houston Section Chili Cook Off, Houston Farm & Ranch Club

�Nov TBA - Pipeline Subsection, Annual Golf Tournament

�Dec 5, 2012 - Dinner Meeting, HESS, (Joint Meeting with PL Subsection)Presentation: Engines of our Ingenuity – “Automation” by Dr. John Lienhard

�Dec 19 - Analysis Subsection Christmas Dinner, Brady's Landing

Control Systems Professional Engineer Exam – What does it mean to me and How do I pass the Exam

presented by Randy Marek

Price: Lunch & Presentation $15 with RSVP / $20 without

No Charge for Students

Time: 10:00 am Section Board Meeting (open to all members) 11:00 am Registration & Social 11:30 am Lunch & Presentation

Place: Jacobs Engineering5985 Rogerdale office in the Tower 2 Nevada and California Conference Rooms

RSVP on the Houston Section website:www.houstonisa.org/103

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HoustonSection President’s

Corner

Ardis Bartle

Study Groups! Get out your books! Time to Sign up now! Have you seen our upcoming schedule of study groups for August and September to get ready for the PE Exam?It's mighty impressive:

Measurement – Types, Materials and Characteristics

Measurement - Pressure Drop, Calculations, Flow Element Sizing

Measurement – Level, Differential Pressure

Measurement – Temperature Installation Details

Signal – Types, Transducers, IS barriers, Grounding and ShieldingAre just a few of the topics we will cover to get ready for the PE exam in October. After reaching out to the engineering organizations this year, ISA Houston Section continues to strive to address the needs and requirements of the Houston membership. Whether you are getting ready for the PE Exam, or new in any of the topics we are covering, we invite you to join our study group this summer, and prepare to learn from the expertise we have on the board as well as your fellow ISA members. For more information, contact Joe Joachim at . We also have a wonderful speaker August 1st, Randy Marek addressing how best to prepare for this exam. We are also offering CSE Review Training August 16-18 2012 at Bechtel. All of these efforts this summer is to assist ISA Members as only local chapters can. As we continue to meet each of you, I invite your feedback on what we are doing right, what we can improve on! Okay, it's time to study!

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August 2012 Edition

Supposing is good, but finding out is better - Mark Twain

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LOOKING FOR WORK?CHECK OUT THESE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES!

SVF is a leading manufacturer of process valves and controls. The dynamics of the oil & gas marketplace have created an excellent opportunity to accelerate our growth in this key market. We are seeking a professional Territory Manager to develop opportunities, strengthen our base of business and to create greater visibility in the Gulf Coast. For more information and a detailed Job Description, please visit the Careers section of our website at www.SVF.net/career_center.php. SVF Flow Controls, Inc.13560 Larwin CircleSanta Fe Springs, CA 90670Equal Opportunity Employer

Looking for a change? Rockwell Automation has exciting opportunities in the Houston, San Antonio, TX

locations. Currently recruiting for: Technical Consultant Process GOTC: 38069BR, Technical Consultant

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August 2012 Edition

Manager, Business Development (Process Automation) DFW/Houston Preference

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. (MEAU) is seeking a Business Development Manager to focus on the Process Automation market and the key accounts that help define the market, including major suppliers to the market (machine builders, system integrators, and consultants). Product sales focus is Mitsubishi Electric Automation’s line of automation products (PLC, HMI, Servo, VFD) that support the Process Automation market. Develop target accounts to be a significant contributor to MEAU growth in the defined markets.

IDEX Corporation and Liquid Controls is actively seeking a talented Regional Manager for our Gulf Coast Region.Interested candidates should apply The position will be based in our Houston office. Manage the distribution of Liquid Controls products within an assigned geographical territory and develop close personal relationships with, respond and cater to the needs of our distributors and customers with the goals of obtaining maximum customer satisfaction and maximum market share.

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Praxair is seeking various positions.Job Profiles

Analytical Instrumentation Manager Analytical Instrumentation Engineer Control Systems Engineer - SIS Control Systems Engineer - DCS PLC Interested parties can learn more by visiting http://www.houstonisa.org/Jobs Opportunities/

BCR Environmental, LLC is seeking qualified individuals to participate in a rapidly growing beneficial reuse company, specializing in patented environmental neutralization, digestion and de-watering systems for small to large clientele. Due to our rapid growth, we are seeking individuals to fill the following positions:

Product Design Engineer Software/Industrial Systems Controls Engineer

For additional information contact :Jim Flanary, VP of OperationsEmail: [email protected]: 512-672-9917Work: 904-819-9170

LOOKING FOR WORK?CHECK OUT THESE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES!

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August 2012 Edition

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August 2012 Edition

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PRESIDENTArdis BartleApex Measurement713-446-1902

VICE PRESIDENTClifford WuertzAMEC Paragon713-570-8329

TREASURERMario BatresWorleyParsons832-753-3328

ASSISTANT TREASURERDale Merriman, CSATMerTech, Inc.713-978-7765713-203-9191 (Cell)

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ISA HOUSTON SECTION 2011-2012 ELECTED OFFICERS

PROGRAM DIRECTORSteve PappWilson-Mohr

281-451-2260

NEWSLETTER EDITORMichael HiltonDynamic Controls & Sensors281-812-9844

PUBLICITY DIRECTORMichael HiltonDynamic Controls & Sensors281-812-9844

SECRETARYSohail IftikharSynsys Inc.

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SOCIETY DELEGATEMike HuerecaRawson LP281-686-7073

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Please feel free to call or email the officers listed above with any questions you may have, or for any assistance you need, or wish to offer. You can also send us an email through our website: www.houstonisa.org.

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August 2012 Edition

PARLIAMENTARIAN& HISTORIANLester KaneGulf Publishing Co.713-520-4485

SECTION-DIVISIONLIAISONL. M. “Dutch” KeenKeen CSE, Inc.713-436-9777

STUDENT SECTIONLIAISONMary CannonTYCO Flow Control281-804-1400

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ASSISTANT MEMBERSHIPDIRECTORHemang Makwana

ASSISTANT EDUCATIONDIRECTORCharlie SouzaSGC Energia

ASSISTANT PROGRAMDIRECTORStephen Prettyman

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ISA HOUSTON SECTION 2011-2012 APPOINTED OFFICERS

STANDARDS & PRACTICESBill Campbell, PE

FALL PROGRAM CHAIRStacey SmithM&H Energy Services832-722-6580

FALL PROGRAMCHAIR ASSISTANTMark HurleyMcJunkin Red Man Corporation

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ANALYSIS SUBSECTIONLIAISONDale Merriman, CSATMerTech Inc.713-978-7765

PIPELINE SUBSECTIONLIAISONSteve MartindaleEnterprise Products Operating

AREA SECTIONS LIAISONRobert VeceraRBI Sales281-216-8898

AUTOMATION WEEK LIAISONJohn CampbellConocoPhillips281-293-2491

ISAHS CONFERENCE& EXHIBIT CHAIRMike HuerecaRawson LP281-686-7073

ASSISTANT ISAHS CONFERENCE CHAIRArdis BartleApex Measurement713-446-1902

ASSISTANT ISAHS EXHIBIT CHAIRAmanda HardyFunction Z713-703-5863

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August 2012 Edition